I was in Egypt on business three weeks ago......

Safaga to Cairo is about 320 miles (just over 500km) and the road is OK overall, even good in parts, but gets worse in general the further away from Cairo you are. It took us 5 hours, with a local driver from cairo to Hurghada so I would add at least another hour for the journey from Safaga and being in a mini bus too.

Don't know how well you know Egypt, but they are completely mental on the roads, so hold on to your hats!

I guess from your mail that you are a seaman or offshore worker - I was in the RN and the 'Merch' as well, so I know the area quite well.

As for Cairo hotels - I stayed in the Marriott; pricey but very good, Don't use the Sofitel; its been blacklisted by BP for their staff due to 'hygiene issues'.

Posted By: Kirrie, Jun 8, 13:03:52